Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in West Bend, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the West Bend, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Michael Cluka

Michael Cluka

Jul 15, 2021

Michael Edward Cluka, 54, passed away unexpectedly and blessed with eternal life on July 15, 2021. He was born November 20, 1966 in Milwaukee, Wis., to Ed and Sue (nee Stephenson) Cluka. An open public celebration of Michael's life will be held on Thursday, July 22, 2021 from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the Turn 1 pavilion at Slinger...

Rosalie Martin

Rosalie Martin

Jul 14, 2021

Rosalie Ann Martin (nee Dietenberger) of West Bend WI passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning July 14, 2021 at the age of 77. She was born at Municipal Hospital in Reedsburg WI to Cleo Dietenberger (nee Rockweiler) of Cazenovia WI and Karl Dietenberger of Hartford WI. She was a longtime member of the Hartford City Band, both playing as a...

Rosemary Bartoszewski

Rosemary Bartoszewski

Jul 9, 2021

Rosemary Ann Bartoszewski (Brooks), died peacefully on July 9, 2021 and was reunited with her beloved husband, George. Rosemary is survived by her 3 sons, Stephen (Carola), Glen (Julie Knapp) and Timothy (Sandra); proud grandma of Hannah Marie (Christopher) Stammer, Brittany (Jerome) Pruss, Brianna (Tyler) Rembert and Elizabeth Bartoszewski (Mykel). She is further survived by her great-grandchildren, Carson and Zoe...

Richard Engel

Richard Engel

Jul 9, 2021

Richard W. Engel, K9RWE (formerly KE9QU) Richard Wayne Engel, 80, died on Friday, July 9, 2021, at the Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice, Sheboygan Falls, WI. He was born in 1940 in Milwaukee to Carl and Marie (nee Mattheisen) Engel Jr. Richard loved the Stones, the Highwaymen and Law & Order. He even learned to love the Packers after he...

Irene Miller

Irene Miller

Jul 5, 2021

Irene Viola Miller (nee Schiefelbein), age 94, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Milwaukee to Richard and Elise (nee Doege) Schiefelbein on January 27, 1927. She graduated from Custer High School in Milwaukee. She married Roland Miller on January 19, 1948. Irene enjoyed watching sports, especially the Brewers and Packers. Other favorite...

Donald Zerfas

Donald Zerfas

Jul 1, 2021

Donald L. Zerfas, 80, of West Bend, was born to eternal life on the morning of July 1, 2021. He was born to his earthly life on October 26, 1940, to George and Elizabeth (nee Kipen) Zerfas in Lake Odessa, Michigan, and was the youngest of nine children. At a young age, Don aspired to become a diocesan priest. He...

Janis Wickert

Janis Wickert

Jul 1, 2021

Janis Josephine Wickert January 15, 1928—June 27, 2021 Janis was born January 15, 1928 to Albert Schwichtenberg and Irene Koenig Schwichtenberg, in the town of West Bend, WI. She married the love of her life, James Arthur Wickert, on July 19, 1947. Together they operated the popular Milwaukee House Tavern in Barton, WI. In 1952, James began a long career...

Sandra Schlieter

Sandra Schlieter

Jun 29, 2021

Sandra "Sandy" Jean Schlieter (nee Seeke), age 77, was called to her eternal home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. She was born on April 24, 1944 to Wilbert and Anna (nee Jarvinen) in Wakefield, MI. She was raised in Bessemer, MI and graduated from AD Johnston High School. A year after meeting on...

Dale Jackson

Dale Jackson

Jun 28, 2021

Dale H. Jackson, age 87, passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021. He was born on December 29, 1933 in Mauston, WI and graduated from North Division High School. He married Kay (nee Hinkle) on January 3, 1959 at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. Dale worked at AO Smith for 34 years. He is survived by his sons,...

Francis Rivett

Francis Rivett

Jun 28, 2021

Francis "Frank" Rivett, age 84 passed away on June 28, 2021 after a long and hard battle with numerous health issues. Frank was a loving husband to his wife, Karen for 25 years. He worked for many years at Harley-Davidson before retiring in 1998. Frank and Karen enjoyed their retirement driving their Pleasure Way across the country. Frank was a...

Thomas Pointkowski

Thomas Pointkowski

Jun 26, 2021

Thomas Joseph Pointkowski "Philly", age 43 of Port Washington, WI unexpectedly passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021. He was born May 20, 1978 in New Jersey. Tommy was survived by his son Daniel DiCriscio, daughter Brianna Pointkowski, Paternal Grandmother Shirley Baldino, Bonus Mom Joanne Morris, both mothers of his children Allison DiCriscio and Ashley Albers, and too many friends to...

Marguerite Buntrock

Marguerite Buntrock

Jun 25, 2021

Marguerite "Margie" A. Buntrock, 87, of Kewaskum, Wisconsin, left this world but not our hearts on June 25, 2021. She was born on June 20, 1934, to Harold and Josephine (Gallaghan) McFarlin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She served in the Korean War from 1953 - 1955. After serving her country in the United States Army, she married Jack Buntrock on, October...

Paul Richter

Paul Richter

Jun 25, 2021

Paul R. Richter, 86, of West Bend, died on Friday June 25th, 2021. He was born June 30th, 1934, to the late Alex and Jessie (Price) Richter. On March 5th, 1970, he married Diane (Montie). Paul and Diane initially lived in Milwaukee, then moved to their hobby farm in West Bend. Paul was very proud to have served in the...

Lois Lenz

Lois Lenz

Jun 25, 2021

Lois Diane Lenz of West Bend received the Crown of Life on Friday, June 25, 2021, at the age of 77 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Milwaukee on June 21st, 1944, the daughter of the late John and Erna (nee Kolterman) Niese. Lois was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Donald Niese, sister-in-law,...

Joseph Klass

Joseph Klass

Jun 24, 2021

Joseph S. Klass, Jr., age 87, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2021 in West Bend. He was born on September 1, 1933, the son of Anna and Joseph Klass, Sr. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, Lorraine D. Klass (nee Jakubowski), his sister Bernadette, and many other dear relatives and friends. He is further survived by his...

Brandin Strowig

Brandin Strowig

Jun 23, 2021

Brandin Michael Strowig of West Bend, passed unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at the age of 27. He was born in West Bend, WI, the son of Michael and Lynda (nee Toll) Strowig. Brandin was a High School Graduate of West Bend High School, Class of 2011. As a kid, he was involved in Basketball, Golf, and Boy Scouts....

Eileen Schleif

Eileen Schleif

Jun 23, 2021

Eileen A. Schleif (nee Rice) passed away June 22nd at her home with her family at her side. She was born July 26th, 1957 to Frank and Marianna Rice and was preceded by both parents as well as many other aunts, uncles and other relatives. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Mike, daughter Jean, her grandson Kameron,...

Gerald Bergin

Gerald Bergin

Jun 21, 2021

Please share your favorite memory of Gerald to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Marvin Ruplinger

Marvin Ruplinger

Jun 21, 2021

Marvin Killian Ruplinger of West Bend, formerly Kohlsville, passed away Monday, June 21, 2021at the age of 93, with his loving wife at his side. He was born on May 8, 1928 to Arthur and Cresentia "Grace" (nee Feucht) Ruplinger. He was united in marriage to Carol Jacklin on October 11, 1952 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Barton. At...

Robert Kearns

Robert Kearns

Jun 19, 2021

Robert Edward Kearns Sr., of Slinger, WI passed away on June 19, 2021, at age 88. Robert, AKA,"Bob" was born October 26, 1932. Bob was preceded in death by his son Richard James, daughter Diana Marie, his parents Francis (Tom) and Marie Kearns, brother, Commander James Kearns, and sister Kathleen Schneider. Bob spent his early years in Port Washington, WI...

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